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On the recordJune 22, 2015
If our airplanes and airspace were as dangerous as our cars and our roads, corporate officials would be indicted and there would be sweeping changes in the airline industry.
Said by
Richard Blumenthal
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Blumenthal emphasizes the need for safety reforms in aviation compared to road safety.

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